About The Arc of Butte County:

Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of others? Find fulfilling employment with The Arc of Butte County – a nationally recognized, community-based 501(c)3 non-profit organization that provides services and support to adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Some of the diagnoses we work with include autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy and more. As an organization, we focus on an inclusive community culture.

Position Summary:

Arc’s Adult Day Program (ADP) provides an environment for adults to learn and belong that is both supervised and educational. The goal for each client is to be valued as an individual and to highlight attributes that emphasize their capabilities. With the right guidance, clients develop the skills necessary to productively contribute to society, act in a manner of self-reliance, and become successful in their endeavors. The Arc pushes for these individuals to engage in the world around them and to build relationships with their peers.

ADP instructors work in a group setting with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Instruction takes place in Arc’s Day Program Center (Chico and Oroville), The Arc Store (Chico), and/or throughout the greater Butte County community. Instructors oversee a variety of regularly scheduled programs, classes, and activities, including classroom courses, recreational skills, self-advocacy, vocational skills, and much more.  Due to COVID-19, a limited amount of ADP clients attend in-person each day, while others attend ADP virtually.

To be an ADP Instructor is to share in the success of others by helping them reach their goals. You will be enhancing their quality of life and making connections that will last a lifetime. When you work for The Arc of Butte County, you are giving back to your community and shaping the world around you. We are looking for the best of the best – people who care about people. Does this sound like you? Apply today.

Part time and full-time positions available with opportunity for advancement.

Position Details & Perks:

• Flexible hours
• Paid holidays
• Sick and vacation pay
• Eligible for medical coverage including vision and dental (30+ hours/week)
• Positive and supportive atmosphere
• Helping others achieve their goals

Requirements:

• Valid CA driver’s license, reliable transportation, vehicle insurance, and DMV report
• All potential candidates must be fingerprinted, pass a background check, drug test (marijuana not included), and TB test
• Fully vaccinated and boosted – OR - weekly proof of negative test (tests not provided by The Arc of Butte County)
• Problem solving skills
• Patience
• Heart of gold

Compensation:

Based on experience.

How To Apply:

Please submit your resume here. Our team will be in touch with you shortly to discuss your next steps.

To inquire further, please call or email The Arc of Butte County at (530)891-5865 and ask for Gail Brown (Human Resources, gailbrown@arcbutte.org) or Nelson Corwin (ADP Associate Director, nelsoncorwin@arcbutte.org).

Equal Opportunity Employment:

The Arc is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age, or other legally protected characteristics.

When an applicant with a disability needs an accommodation to have an equal opportunity to compete for a job, they may request it orally or in writing.